Houbigant Royale Collection – The heritage of European courts

Houbigant Collection Royale: the heritage of Europe's royal courts

The heritage collection of Houbigant Paris

The Collection Royale is the heritage line of Houbigant Paris, a house founded in 1775 by Jean-François Houbigant and one of the oldest perfume houses in the world. Its creations carry on the legacy of the house, purveyor to the royal courts of Europe, from Joséphine de Beauharnais to Queen Victoria. A collection that spans the centuries with a French aristocratic signature.

Fougère Royale, a monument in the history of perfumery

The Collection Royale is led by an utterly iconic fragrance: Fougère Royale. Created in 1882 by Paul Parquet for Houbigant, this perfume was the first fragrance to use synthetic coumarin, and it gave its name to an entire olfactory family (the fougère). An essential landmark, offered here as an Eau de Parfum Extrême.

The creations of the Collection Royale

The Collection Royale brings together Fougère Royale, Bois Mystique and Figuier Noir — compositions that blend the house's classical heritage with contemporary styles in powerful concentrations.

Who should wear the Collection Royale, and when?

The Collection Royale is aimed at lovers of classic French perfumery who appreciate historic trails and powerful concentrations. Its creations belong to the aromatic (Fougère Royale), woody (Bois Mystique) and fruity (Figuier Noir) families. If you enjoy the Collection Royale, you will also love exploring Caron, Goutal Paris and Creed — three other historic European houses at Soleil d'Or.

How to choose your Houbigant fragrance?

Hesitating between Fougère Royale and Bois Mystique is perfectly normal: niche perfumery is a personal matter. Our discovery box lets you try at home before treating yourself to a full bottle. For a hands-on experience, our shop at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France) welcomes you for a guided trial with our team.

Houbigant's Collection Royale at Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953

At Soleil d'Or, an independent Lille perfumery founded in 1953, Apolline and Victorine Maes (the fourth generation of the family) and their team welcome you to discover Houbigant's entire Collection Royale, with expert advice and guided trials.

Delivery & free in-store collection

In mainland France, delivery is free from €49 to a pick-up point and from €59 to your home; we also ship throughout Europe and worldwide. Do you live in Lille or the surrounding area? Free in-store collection at 22 rue de la Clef is the quickest and most economical option. Full terms on our shipping page.